Philippi Prietocarrizosa Ferrero DU & Uría’s environmental law team ‘embodies professionalism, commitment and experience’, according to satisfied clients. The group strikes a balance between regulatory, transactional support, and contentious work, with the ability to support clients at every stage of the environmental law process. In a precedent-setting matter, the group recently represented Grupo Prodeco on the termination of a project’s mining title, including the closing of environmental licences and authorisations with the environmental authority, which was a procedure not covered by Colombian regulations. Go-to environmental specialist Luis Fernando Macías led the firm’s advice to Grupo Prodeco, with support from talented principal associate Alexander Acosta. The group also includes principal associate Iván Páez, who is highlighted as ’an expert in environmental matters’, and senior associate María Alejandra Gómez, who is noted for her ‘extensive knowledge of current environmental regulations’. Since publication, Páez has been promoted to practice director – effective as of December 2023.

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Testimonials

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‘The PPU team embodies professionalism, commitment and experience, among other virtues. Therefore, its work for our company is remarkable and we prefer it over other firms for this reason.’
‘The team demonstrates its commitment to legal issues that need to be resolved urgently by always being available for inquiries. Associate María Alejandra Gómez and Luis Fernando Macías have extensive knowledge of current environmental regulations, which is available to us as clients at all times.’
‘Associate Ivan Paez is an expert in environmental matters, who is always willing to serve clients, issuing correct and in-depth advice on issues submitted for his consideration. His willingness and advice on all matters entrusted to him is incredible. An exceptional person and an invaluable professional.’
‘We value the team for its lawyers' kindness and disposition to support the client, especially associate Alexander Acosta.’

Key clients

Mansarovar Energy Colombia
Concesionaria Vial del Oriente
Grupo Prodeco
Interconexión Eléctrica (ISA)
Sociedad Aeroportuaria de la Costa (SACSA)
Concesionaria Férrea de Occidente (CFRO)
Inversiones Alcabama
Almacenes Éxito
ALO Sur
Opain
Manufacturas Eliot
Bayer
Colinagro

Work highlights

Advised Grupo Prodeco on the termination of a project’s mining title, including the closing of environmental licences and authorisations with the environmental authority.
Advised Interconexión Eléctrica (ISA) on modifications to the environmental licences of its power transmission projects.
Advised ALO Sur on environmental strategy concerning the development and maintenance of the Avenida Longitudinal de Occidente – Tramo Sur highway project.